2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 3.2L Diesel · CE12 UAB

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass in its most recent MOT test on September 8, 2025, at 132,447 miles. This represents an improving maintenance trend compared to the previous failure in February 2025. While the vehicle previously struggled with mechanical and lighting defects, the absence of any advisories or defects in the latest test suggests that the owner addressed the critical faults identified during the earlier inspection cycle. At 132,447 miles over 14 years, the vehicle averages approximately 9,460 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a large SUV of this age. The record shows consistent use, with a 9,000-mile interval between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 4,400 miles covered in the seven months leading to September 2025. This steady mileage accumulation suggests the vehicle has not sat for extended periods, which generally helps prevent seals and rubber components from per. A buyer should perform a close physical inspection of the suspension system, as the history shows recurring issues with anti-roll bar linkage ball joints and track rod ends. The February 2025 failure specifically highlighted excessive wear in the front anti-roll bar components and low parking brake efficiency, indicating that the braking and steering geometry are wear items that require frequent monitoring. You should also verify the exhaust system for further leaks, as a major leak and defective mounting were noted in both 2024 and 2025. Corrosion noted on the rear towbar in early 2025 warrants an underbody check. Although the tester described it as not excessive at the time, structural components are prone to ongoing degradation. Given the age and mileage of this Mitsubishi Shogun, a thorough check of the chassis and underbody is necessary to ensure that surface rust seen on the towbar has not progressed into structural compromise elsewhere on the frame or mounting points.